The importance of addressing vulnerabilities in the OSS AI/ML supply chain to prevent exploitation by cybercriminals.
- Protect AI's April 2024 Vulnerability Report identified 48 vulnerabilities in the OSS AI/ML supply chain, a 220% increase from November 2023.
- 17 of the vulnerabilities were rated as 'critical', highlighting the severity of the issues present.
- Addressing these vulnerabilities is crucial to prevent cybercriminals like FIN7 from targeting industries like automotive firms.
- Proactive measures such as bug bounty programs can help in identifying and mitigating these vulnerabilities before they are exploited.